June 13, 2011 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 157, Pt. 7 9035 cared about the most. We as a nation are all of the city of . Through Ed’s effort at Colorado has long benefitted from his work blessed to have known a Luther Gatling, ‘‘The both the community and governmental levels, and will now see even greater results with Credit Doctor,’’ a titan who shaped financial the University successfully completed such help from the E. (Kika) de la Garza Fellow- counseling history with his everlasting spirit. projects as: Biosquare, Sargent College, the ship. I have no doubt that Dr. Bedard will con- f John Hancock Student Village complex that in- tinue his important agricultural research and cludes 1,800 new dormitory beds and the thrive as a teacher and community leader. ED ELLIS TRIBUTE Harry Agganis Arena, the School of Manage- f ment, the Photonics Center, the Life Science HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON & Engineering building on Cummington Street, CELEBRATING THE 50TH ANNIVER- SARY OF TERRA LINDA HIGH OF COLORADO and the new East Campus Student Services SCHOOL IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Center on Bay State Road. There was nearly Monday, June 13, 2011 $1 billion of construction that went through ex- tensive community and government review HON. LYNN C. WOOLSEY Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to during Ed’s time at . OF CALIFORNIA recognize Ed Ellis for his commitment to the Additionally, Ed was the University’s ambas- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES railroad industry and his investment in Colo- sador to the business and academic commu- Monday, June 13, 2011 rado’s infrastructure. nities. He was Boston University’s contact to Mr. Ellis has provided many Coloradans the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce, A Ms. WOOLSEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to with railroad service to remote areas that Better City, Association of Independent Col- honor the 50th anniversary of Terra Linda would normally not see such attention. His leges and Universities of , As- High School in San Rafael, California. The company, Iowa Pacific Holdings, LLC, special- sociated Industries of Massachusetts, and the school’s Golden Anniversary was celebrated izes in reviving smaller railways that serve Massachusetts Association of Non-Profit on May 28, 2011, by a gathering of three gen- less populated areas. One of these lines is the Schools & Colleges. He was active in charities erations of proud Terra Linda alumni. Rio Grande Scenic Railroad in Colorado’s San such as The Boys and Girls Clubs, the Great- Since its founding, Terra Linda High School Luis Valley. His dedication to running the sce- er Boston Girl Scouts Council, the West End has provided thousands of Marin County chil- nic train has provided a much needed boost to House, the Little House, Dorchester neighbor- dren the firm and balanced footing they de- the area’s economy and tourism. hood Little Leagues, and Catholic Charities. serve, and it has played an integral role in the Mr. Ellis has provided a needed service to A 1981 graduate of Boston State College, strength and success of San Rafael and Marin southern Colorado and a number of other where he received his Bachelor of Arts degree County. The school upholds high standards in states that benefit from his attention and in- in Sociology, Ed currently resides with his education and extracurriculars, balancing a vestment. wife, Kimberly, and their son, Charles, in host of advanced placement offerings with the Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to stand and pay Hingham. art, music, and athletic activities that truly en- tribute to a man so devoted to local transit and Mr. Speaker, it is my distinct honor to join rich the learning experience. Terra Linda and to a small company fighting in a big industry. with Ed’s family, friends, and the Boston Uni- schools like it remind us of the limitless poten- I have no doubt that under Mr. Ellis’ leader- versity community to thank him for his incred- tial of our system of public education when ship Iowa Pacific Holdings will continue to ible dedication and commitment to the Univer- students are provided the resources they need thrive. sity and the city of Boston. I hope my col- to excel. f leagues will join me in celebrating Ed’s distin- Mr. Speaker, I ask you to join me in cele- guished career and in wishing him good health brating the 50th anniversary of Terra Linda IN HONOR OF EDWARD M. KING, and success in all of his future endeavors. High School. Few institutions are as intimately VICE PRESIDENT FOR GOVERN- f tied to our national identity as our public MENT AND COMMUNITY AFFAIRS schools, and none is more essential to our AT BOSTON UNIVERSITY JAMES BEDARD TRIBUTE collective future. Terra Linda represents the best of this tradition, and I am proud to honor HON. STEPHEN F. LYNCH HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON its legacy in our county. OF MASSACHUSETTS OF COLORADO f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES JIM B. JONES TRIBUTE Monday, June 13, 2011 Monday, June 13, 2011 Mr. LYNCH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON honor of Edward M. King in recognition of his recognize Dr. James Bedard, of Alamosa, Col- OF COLORADO 23 years of dedicated service to Boston Uni- orado, for being selected to the E. (Kika) de IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES versity and his passionate advocacy on behalf la Garza Fellowship program. With this rec- of the University throughout the halls of gov- ognition, Dr. Bedard will be able to further rep- Monday, June 13, 2011 ernment and the communities of Boston. resent southern Colorado and Adams State Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay trib- Ed began his tenure at Boston University in College while continuing his already impres- ute to Jim B. Jones, a man who proudly 1987 as Associate Vice President for Govern- sive research. served his country during WWII. ment & Community Affairs. In 1991, Ed be- Dr. Bedard is one of 20 other faculty mem- Drafted into the U.S Army in 1945, Mr. came Vice President, overseeing all functions bers in schools across the country selected for Jones was assigned to G Company as a cor- relating to federal, state, city, and community the honor. Nominees for the fellowship are poral, and was sent to Hawaii. Upon arrival in relations. Prior to coming to Boston University, chosen based on their educational experience Hawaii, Mr. Jones boarded the USS Niagara, Ed was the Director of Community Relations and the relevance of their research to the to Okinawa. During his time in Okinawa, the and Public Affairs for the Massachusetts Turn- USDA, specifically to issues facing the His- dropped the bombs on Hiro- pike Authority. He was also the Executive panic population. It is one of the most pres- shima and Nagasaki. On V–J Day, only a few Secretary and Deputy Director of the Youth tigious awards available to Hispanic-American days after the bombing, Mr. Jones was moved Activities Commission for the City of Boston citizens. to Korea. Here, he took part in accepting the and is a former Manager of Little City Hall in The new resources available to Dr. Bedard surrender of the Japanese Army in cere- South Boston as well as a former assistant to will allow him to provide a more thorough edu- monies in Seoul. Mayor Kevin White. cation to his students and show them opportu- During the remainder of his time in Korea, Throughout his career at Boston University, nities that were more elusive. He will also Mr. Jones served as a rifleman and a clerk Ed served under Presidents John Silber, Jon have greater access to federal agencies that typist in Chengju. Westling, , and Robert specialize in agricultural problems facing the In 1946, when he was twenty years old, Mr. Brown. During Ed’s tenure, Boston University community. Jones left Korea after spending a year there. went through an unprecedented growth that Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to stand and rec- He arrived home in time for the first day of benefited both the University and the economy ognize Dr. James Bedard today. Southern hunting season.

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